Mount Abu City Guide
Welcome to the only hill resort in the desert land of Rajasthan, Mount Abu. The natural and the man made beauty come together to make Mount Abu a place worth more than a visit. Take a tour package to Mount Abu, you may enjoy the scenic beauty, the amazing architectural wonders and the archeology too.
Mount Abu is the only hill station in the desert state. Getting to Mount Abu is easier from Gujarat, since it is to the south of the state in the Aravalli mountains. The closest city, though, is Udaipur. The hill resort of Mount Abu is renowned for the Jain temples of Dilwara. The Dilwara Jain temples have often been compared to the Taj Mahal for their sheer elegance and beauty in marble. The best workmen and craftsmen worked magic on the marble to produce the finest quality of sculpture. The Vimal Vasahi, Lun Vasahi, Shri Risha Lhdeo, Shri Parshvanath and Shri Mahavir Swami temple are some of the finest temples having delicate intricate carvings making them beautiful throughout.
There are a few interesting places to grab around the lake, a lot like the Mahabaleshwar lake in Maharashtra, only a lot more picturesque. Mount Abu is especially known for its picturesque sunsets, which are seen best past the hills from the Lake. Another landmark in the hill resort of Mount Abu is the Nakki Lake. As per a legend the fingernails of a sage, Balam Rasia, drew the Nakki Lake. You may even enjoy boating there. At the hill resort of Mount Abu, enjoy the horse rides, honeymoon point and the sunset points. The gorgeous greens and the spectacular sights make Mount Abu heaven on Earth!
The natural beauty and the lovely landscapes of mount Abu invite tourists throughout the year. Though Mount Abu is the perfect retreat in the summer months for the people from the plains and the deserts. This leads to increase in tariffs in all the hotels, restaurants and transportation charges. All hotels in Mount Abu are available at half rates and the best of rooms can be yours for a rate that suits your budget during winters though.
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